Jefferson County, NE
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
6/10
local_airport
Airports
2/10
school
Colleges
4/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.
Residents
Population
7,155
332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.7 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.9%
64% (US)
College-Educated
19.7%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$60,568
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
86.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
20 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.6%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$117,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$498
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$421
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.3%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Nebraska
3
United States
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Nebraska
4
United States
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 5 | 24 |
| Feb | 1 | 5 | 29 |
| Mar | 2 | 3 | 40 |
| Apr | 2 | 1 | 50 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 62 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 66 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 1 | 2 | 39 |
| Dec | 1 | 5 | 27 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 62% leaning right.
Liberal (33%) (63%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 69%Schools
Fairbury Jr-Sr High School
3 miles, SW
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3.7
Jefferson Intermediate School
3 miles, SW
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2.3
Central Elementary School
3 miles, SW
Diller-Odell Elem School
12 miles, SE
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4.6
Colleges
Doane University
32 miles, NE
•
2.3
College of Hair Design-East Campus
48 miles, NE
•
1.4
Union College
49 miles, NE
•
1.9
Hospitals
Jefferson Community Health & Life
2 miles, W
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4.1
Beatrice Community Hospital & Health Center, Inc
23 miles, E
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4.1
Thayer County Health Services
24 miles, W
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4.1
Hanover Hospital
24 miles, S
Airports
Lincoln Airport
51 miles, NE
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1
Manhattan Regional Airport
76 miles, S
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1
Central Nebraska Regional Airport
82 miles, NW
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1
Salina Regional Airport
100 miles, SW
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1